A Father's Stories

This is my Dad (photo taken 1985-ish). This is him doing what he has always loved to do. His favorite stories are those centered around fishing trips and adventures. He will turn 70 this year and still loves to fight the fish of the deep...just not as often as he would like. Every time we are together he loves to tell the tales of his youth and his adventures on the water. He often tells me stories that I have heard numerous times, but I never interrupt him, for I am still fascinated by them. He is an incredible story-teller. He did not have a father around when he was growing up so I think he understands the importance of a son knowing his father's experiences. I also attempt to tell him of my own fishing experiences...and I can see him closing his eyes and living vicariously through my words. He plans to retire this year and we plan to hit the high-seas together...and I haven't been more excited since the first time we went fishing.
Listen to and enjoy your parents' stories (even if you have heard them before). Know these stories so that you can repeat them to your children and pass on these valuable legacies.